Business Manager / Senior Account Manager

Music & Touring Business Management Firm | Westside LA Area | Fully Remote

About the Opportunity

A premier Business Management Firm serving the entertainment industry is seeking an experienced Business Manager / Senior Account Manager to join its growing team in the Westside LA Area.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned business management professional to oversee a portfolio of high-profile entertainment clients while providing strategic financial guidance, mentoring staff, and serving as a trusted advisor. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating independently and is looking for a long-term leadership opportunity with significant growth potential.

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000 - $200,000 base salary

• Annual discretionary performance bonus

• Client origination incentive opportunities

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Paid holidays & generous PTO

• Professional development opportunities

• Clear path toward Director and future leadership roles

Location: Westside LA Area

Schedule: Hybrid

Position Overview

This is a senior-level Business Management role responsible for managing complex financial affairs for high-net-worth entertainment clients. The successful candidate will oversee client relationships, supervise accounting staff, coordinate tax planning efforts, and provide strategic financial guidance while serving as the primary point of contact for an assigned portfolio.

Responsibilities

Client Management

• Serve as the primary financial advisor for assigned clients.

• Manage all day-to-day financial operations for a portfolio of entertainment clients.

• Build long-term relationships with clients and their professional representatives.

• Coordinate with attorneys, business managers, agents, wealth advisors, and tax professionals.

• Conduct financial planning discussions and provide strategic recommendations.

Accounting & Financial Oversight

• Review financial statements and reporting packages.

• Oversee general ledger activity and month-end close.

• Monitor cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Review bank reconciliations and financial reporting.

• Approve significant payments, wire transfers, and financial transactions.

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Tax & Financial Planning

• Coordinate quarterly tax planning and annual tax preparation.

• Review tax packages and supporting documentation.

• Identify financial planning opportunities and potential areas of risk.

• Collaborate with internal and external tax professionals.

Team Leadership

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Account Executives, Bookkeepers, and Accounting staff.

• Review work product for quality and accuracy.

• Assist with training, workflow improvements, and operational efficiencies.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Entertainment Business Management

• Oversee tour accounting and settlement reporting.

• Monitor royalty reporting and entertainment-related financial activity.

• Assist clients with insurance coordination and major financial decisions.

• Provide financial oversight for touring artists, music professionals, executives, and other high-net-worth individuals.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of entertainment Business Management experience.

• Experience independently managing a full client portfolio.

• Strong background supporting music and touring clients.

• Previous experience supervising accounting or business management staff.

• Strong knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and cash management.

• Experience coordinating tax planning and tax return preparation.

• Experience with QuickBooks, AgilLink, Datafaction, and advanced Microsoft Excel.

• CPA designation preferred but not required.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple high-profile clients with minimal supervision.

Ideal Background

Experience with any of the following is highly valued:

• Music & Touring Business Management

• Family Office accounting

• High-Net-Worth individuals

• Royalty accounting

• Tour accounting

• Public accounting experience

• Existing client relationships or business development experience

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team while supporting premier entertainment clients across the music, touring, television, film, and high-net-worth sectors.

The firm promotes an entrepreneurial culture, values exceptional client service, and provides a clear path toward senior leadership for professionals looking to make a lasting impact.

Interview Process

• Initial Interview

• Technical / Business Management Interview

• Leadership Interview

• Final Discussion (if applicable)

• Offer